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An International organisation, are looking for a Group Leader, to join on a temporary basis initially.

This is a fast paced, dynamic working environment, well established with sites across the world.

This would be an opportunity for you to be able to show case your management skills, and champion continuous improvements.  It would also be super experience for you to absorb too.

A well-established business, with a motivated team on board, your experience will help to hone their skills, and increase productivity.

Our location is conveniently commutable from Wolverhampton, Telford, Aldridge, Walsall, Rowley Regis, Halesowen, Birmingham, Smethwick, Oldbury, Brownhills and Wednesbury

Key Benefits:

• Salary: £47,000 - £48,000
• 6 Month Contract with Strong chance of becoming a permanent roles
• Shifts: Early and late shifts Monday to Friday (no Friday work on late shift pattern)
• 37 hour week
• Stable, busy environment
• Supportive, friendly team
• Immediate start available

Group Leader Responsibilities:

• Make sure everyone on the team follows safety rules and takes care of the environment.
• Make sure all quality controls, plans are adhered to.
• Maintain Production Schedule and components made are delivered on time to customers.
• Teach the team and make sure they do their jobs the right way.
• Keep the workplace clean and organized as agreed.
• Allocate and adjust labour.
• Deal with problems with how people work and get help if needed.
• Check and make sure we spend the right amount of time talking to others to plan our work.
• Conduct first day on the job assessments.
• Ensure all TPM activities are completed
• Plan changeovers to minimise process downtime.
• Raise requests to Maintenance for breakdowns.
• Use the ERP system (SAP) to check and monitor stocks and customer demand.
• Regular check and update machine planning boards to ensure reliable supply based on current conditions.
• Conduct regular checking of machine outputs and take actions/get support where required.
• Support and lead continuous improvement activities (quality improvement, changeover reduction, etc). 

Group Leader requirements:

• You must have previous experience of managing in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• A good understanding of 5S / 7 Wastes
• Strong man-management skills
• Knowledge of SMED and TPM
• Conversant with Microsoft Office Tools
• To be able to start quickly
• Happy to work a Double Day shift

Are you a Toolmaker, who is looking for a role, that can offer an excellent work / life balance?

This is a superb opportunity for an experienced Toolmaker, to enjoy working in a friendly, well established manufacturing environment, with the flexibility of a 4 day week, and options to start work to suit your preference.

Our facility contains some of the latest state-of-the-art manufacturing plant. This enables us to provide metal formed components and welded assemblies to a high specification at competitive prices.

Our main strengths are:

The technical ability to assess manufacturing feasibility of customer component designs.
Expertise in developing production tooling to optimise product capability.
Dedicated and motivated teams to achieve quality and delivery requirements.

Our location is conveniently commutable from Lichfield, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, Birmingham, Smethwick, Dudley, Halesowen, Moseley, Solihull, Aldridge, Brownhills, Hockley, Wolverhampton, Wednesbury and Oldbury 

Key Benefits:

• Salary: £15 - £16 per hour – dependant on experience
• Days
• 4 Day week
• If Friday working – Overtime
• Flexible start and finish times
• Parking available
• Stable, busy organisation
• Friendly, supportive business

Toolmaker Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair press tooling.
• Problem solving
• Strip and rebuild tools for maintenance / repair and re-grind
• Tool try-outs
• Strive to improve 5S standards
• Working from Engineering drawings

Toolmaker Requirements:

• Experience with Toolmaking with pressings
• To have the ability to read engineering drawings
• Happy to work days
• Apprentice trained, ideally
• Knowledge of transfer and progressions tooling

This is a great role.  You would be joining a friendly, busy organization, who make coming to work a pleasure.

An outstanding opportunity is now available for a Quality Manager, to take complete ownership of Quality on site

We have been at the forefront of designing and crafting luxurious products, supplying worldwide. Located in the heart of Birmingham, England, this esteemed company has dedicated over 90 years to the art of creating beautiful components. Our reputation is built on a foundation of unwavering quality, rooted in skills passed down from one generation to the next.
We are renowned for our commitment to exceptional design and meticulous attention to detail. Every product is meticulously crafted in-house, showcasing the brand's dedication to true craftsmanship. We take pride in using the finest materials available, ensuring that our products not only exude elegance but also endure the test of time.

We are excited to present a remarkable opportunity for a Quality Manager in a newly crafted and intriguing role within our organization. This role is exceptional, demanding a unique blend of expertise, relationship management skills, and direct access to internal teams across all departments within the site. The primary focus of this role is to ensure that quality issues are promptly addressed and improvements are effectively implemented

COMMUTABLE FROM: - Birmingham, Meriden, Coventry, Sutton Coldfield, Aston, Smethwick, Moseley, Walsall, Edgbaston, Halesowen, Dudley, Tamworth, Lichfield, Minworth, Wednesday, Willenhall and Solihull 

Quality Manager Benefits:

• £40,000 - £45,000
• Complete autonomy
• Well established stable business
• Extremely pleasant working environment
• Access to employee well-being schemes
• Outside garden for summer!
• On site canteen facilities
• Extensive investment into the business
• Free fruit
• Ample on-site parking

Quality Manager Duties:

• Collaboration with Production Team: Work closely with the Production team to identify and eliminate internal quality defects, ensuring a seamless and efficient manufacturing process.
• Quality Procedure Audits: Conduct regular audits of our Quality Procedures to ensure strict adherence to established standards and protocols, promoting a culture of excellence.
• Supplier and Sub-contractor Support: Provide support to teams responsible for inspecting incoming products from suppliers and sub-contractors. Monitor product quality and take necessary remedial actions when deviations from quality standards are identified.
• Quality Clinics Management: Create and manage weekly quality clinics, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and learning within the organization.
• Documentation Creation: Develop comprehensive inspection documentation that spans across the entire factory, ensuring thorough quality checks at every stage.
• Collaboration with Customer Experience Department: Work closely with our Customer Experience Department to handle customer rejections, analysing root causes, and implementing corrective measures to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Product Development Procedures: Contribute to the creation and development of robust product development procedures, ensuring innovation and quality go hand-in-hand.
• Stakeholder Reporting: Prepare and deliver insightful reports to stakeholders, focusing on key performance indicators (KPIs), providing a clear overview of the organization's quality metrics and progress.

This role offers a dynamic platform for an individual to make a significant impact by driving quality excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within our organization.

Quality Manager Requirements:

• Proven track record in Quality Management within a manufacturing setting
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting internal audits to maintain and enhance quality standards
• Innate leadership qualities, with the ability to inspire and guide teams effectively.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering/technical drawings, ensuring precision in manufacturing processes.
• Extensive experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Strong analytical skills, adept at identifying and solving complex problems to ensure product excellence. 
• Skilled in establishing and managing digital documentation systems, promoting efficient and organized workflows.
• Thrives in high-paced environments, maintaining a focus on accuracy, consistency, and top-tier quality amid challenging conditions. 
• Exceptional organizational abilities, coupled with proficiency in numeracy and computer literacy
• Genuine team player dedicated to supporting and developing colleagues, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.

CNC Sliding Head Machinist Required with Immediate start available.

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a CNC Sliding Head Machinist to be part of a small / medium manufacturing company in the Birmingham area. 

Our inclusive and friendly culture sets us apart, providing you with total support whenever needed. We boast a rich tradition of excellence, reliability and innovation, proudly contributing to the esteemed industrial heritage of the UK.

Our location is conveniently commutable from Lichfield, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Solihull, Moseley, Stourbridge, Halesowen, Minworth, Aston, Wednesfield and Harbourne

Key Benefits:

• Salary: £14 - £15 per hour
• Paid Overtime
• 37 Hour working week
• Death in Service Life assurance
• Loyalty schemes
• Lunchtime Friday finish
• Well established, offering great stability.
• Birmingham based SME organisation.
• Friendly team
• Easily accessible

CNC Setter Operator Responsibilities:

• Ensuring seamless production of parts
• Setting and Operating CNC sliding head machines
• Gauging the final product
• Rectifying faults
• Implementing preventative measures
• Loading raw materials and unloading finished components
• Upholding the 5S methodology

CNC Setter Operator Requirements:

• Experience of setting and operating CNC sliding Head machines
• Happy to work days
• A team player, we are a friendly bunch!
• If you can tweak existing programs, that would be a bonus, though not essential

Send your details over asap, and we will contact you to discuss further.

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a Quality Manager in a unique and fascinating role within our organization. 

Our inclusive and friendly culture sets us apart, providing you with total support whenever needed. A Birmingham based SME; products are produced high precision technology.

This an autonomous role, giving you full responsibility for Quality.

Our location is conveniently commutable from Lichfield, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Solihull, Moseley, Stourbridge, Halesowen, Minworth, Aston, Wednesfield and Harbourne

Key Benefits:

• Salary: £50,000
• Lunchtime Friday finish
• Well established, offering great stability.
• Birmingham based SME organisation.
• Friendly team
• Easily accessible

Quality Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage the re-qualification process for ISO9001 and ISO14001 certifications.
• Serve as the main point of contact for customers regarding quality-related matters, addressing any issues that may arise.
• Collaborate closely with the Production team, to identify and eliminate internal quality defects, ensuring a streamlined manufacturing process.
• Conduct regular audits of our Quality Procedures to guarantee strict adherence to established standard and protocols.
• Provide support to the teams responsible for inspecting incoming products from suppliers and sub-contractors
• Monitor the quality of these products and implement necessary remedial actions when deviations from quality standards are identified

Quality Manager Requirements:

• Previous experience of managing Quality from within a manufacturing environment
• To have previously conducted internal audits
• A natural leader, who can motivate and lead
• To have the ability to read engineering drawings.
• Computer literate
• A true Team Player, someone who genuinely wants to help and develop people around you.
• A strong problem solver

This is a great opportunity, for you to jump into the driving seat of Quality.  If you are looking for an opportunity to take responsibility for Quality, this is the role for you!

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a Test Engineer in a unique and fascinating role within our organization. The working environment is nothing short of spectacular, characterized by its cleanliness, modernity, and pleasant atmosphere. Our inclusive and friendly culture sets us apart, providing you with total support whenever needed.

This is an unrivalled opportunity to be part of an outstanding organisation, where your long-term prospects would be beyond outstanding.

Quality Control is paramount, and our Quality standards, are only as good as the people who test, and why your diligence ensures the quality of every single part being accurate.

Our location is conveniently commutable from Lichfield, Sutton Coldfield, Tamworth, Solihull, Birmingham, Cannock, Atherstone, Nuneaton, Rugeley, Burntwood, Aldridge, Walsall, Aston and Minworth

Key Benefits:

• Salary: £42,000 - £47,000
• Unrivalled Long-term prospects
• Super generous contributory pension
• Annual bonus
• Car scheme available
• Subsidised canteen
• 26 days of holiday
• Healthcare coverage
• Pristine modern working environment

Responsibilities:

• Install and develop systems to support testing
• Process improvement of testing
• Planning new test facilities
• Conducting tests
• Constructing test cells
• Processing quality issues
• Service test cells

Requirements:

• Experience and knowledge of test cells 
• Either internal combustion or electric motors
• Apprentice trained
• Borad knowledge of engine manufacturing and investigations
• You may be a Test Engineer, who wants to expand your knowledge more into planning of tests
• Or, you may enjoy “hands-on” test of engines, and investigations
• IT literate
• This would suit a highly self -motivated, adaptable individual 

This role will suit someone who thrives in a proactive and initiative-driven team. If you are seeking a long and rewarding career within a remarkable working environment, we welcome your application. 

Enjoy our exceptional range of benefits and opportunities!